MCSO - Corrections Division Internship

Company: Multnomah County
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $16.30 - $30.00 Hourly Department: Sheriff Job Type: Intern Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): April 08, 2026 The Opportunity: COLLEGE INTERN—CORRECTIONS DIVISION College to County Mentorship Program SALARY : $24.00, approximately 30-40 hours per week LOCATION : Multnomah County Detention Center 1120 SW 3 rd Ave. Portland, OR or Inverness Jail 11540 NE Inverness Dr, Portland, OR Agency solicitation and Program Description: Join the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice and community safety can make a real difference. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to serving the community, passionate about helping others and inspired by a strong sense of purpose. MCSO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and investing in professional development opportunities throughout your career. To learn more about our agency, please watch our video: Join Our Team MCSO is seeking qualified candidates for a temporary summer position as a COLLEGE INTERN in our Programs Unit. We are seeking energetic and friendly individuals to support our Programs Unit (2 positions) with administrative tasks. These interns will work closely with MCSO staff at the Multnomah County Detention Center and Multnomah County Inverness Jail, assisting with tasks to support adults in custody and recently released individuals to ensure smooth operational flow at MCSO. Job Description: The Programs College Intern will support Corrections Counselors at both the Multnomah County Inverness Jail (MCIJ) and the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC). Interns will assist in providing educational, skill-building, and leisure programming to adults in custody at each facility. Responsibilities include maintaining and updating data and tracking documents, processing and organizing service requests, and archiving program paperwork. Interns will also have the opportunity to shadow Corrections Counselors at both locations as they respond to day-to-day needs, participate in release-planning activities, and provide a range of programmatic supports to adults in custody. Assist in organizing and facilitating group classes, workshops, and pro-social activities. Support program inventory by tracking materials, preparing activity supplies, and helping maintain organized program spaces. Help review, update, and create resource materials for adults in custody, such as reentry guides, class handouts, and community resource lists Shadow program groups Learn basic mailroom operations Observe treatment-readiness dorm operations Ability to pass a criminal justice records check Manager: Steve Ciccotelli In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Cole Whitehurst Email: cole.whitehurst@multco.us Phone: 1 (971) 2713709 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Job Profile: 8007 - College Intern

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